Elite Dental Alliance

What Elite Dental Alliance does

Elite Dental Alliance is a group purchasing organization (GPO) serving independent dental practices across the United States. Founded circa 2015 and headquartered in Frisco, Texas, the company operates a subscription-based online marketplace that aggregates 3,400+ dental professional members and 2,500+ practices with 110+ vetted vendor partners spanning dental equipment, supplies, laboratories, financial services, practice management software, marketing, compliance, and technology. The core offering, ELITE Membership, is priced at $1,299 per year and bundles access to exclusive vendor discounts averaging over $25,000 in claimed annual member savings, a complimentary Benco Select membership, AO Edge membership, and Staples Business Advantage access, and dedicated Member Advocate support for onboarding.

Name

Elite Dental Alliance

Legal name

Elite Dental Alliance

Website

https://elitedentalalliance.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Elite Dental Alliance is a group purchasing organization serving independent US dental practices through a $1,299/year subscription marketplace, aggregating purchasing power across 2,500+ member practices to negotiate exclusive discounts with 110+ vetted vendors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dental Group Purchasing Organization (Dental GPO Services)

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

General Dentistry Group Practices (HLABAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Specialty Membership Clubs (Category-Focused) (CRAEADAI)

Keywords

• Dental group purchasing
• Dental membership services
• Dental vendor marketplace
• Practice procurement services
• Dental supply discounts

Headquarters

HQ city

Plano

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. ELITE Membership: Annual subscription-based membership providing access to exclusive vendor discounts and savings. ELITE Membership priced at $1,299/year includes Benco Select membership ($1,299 value), AO Edge Membership ($125 value), and Staples Business Advantage ($299 value), plus access to 100+ vendor partnerships. Enterprise Membership targets midmarket group practices with simplified purchasing and data analytics.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Elite Dental Alliance sells an annual subscription membership (ELITE Membership at $1,299/year) that gives independent dental practices access to an online marketplace of 110+ vetted dental vendors and exclusive group-purchasing discounts averaging over $25,000 in annual member savings. Membership includes a dedicated Member Advocate, complementary bundled memberships such as Benco Select and Staples Business Advantage, and an Impact Guarantee that refunds the fee if savings do not exceed the membership cost.

Product overview

Elite Dental Alliance operates as a group purchasing organization (GPO) for dental practices, offering a tiered membership platform with two main products: ELITE Membership and Enterprise Membership. The core ELITE Membership ($1,299/year) provides full access to the vendor platform with exclusive discounts from 100+ vetted vendor partners, complimentary Benco Select membership, and dedicated Member Advocate support. The Enterprise Membership targets midmarket group practices with enhanced reporting and data analytics capabilities. The platform serves as an online marketplace connecting dental practices across multiple specialties (Endodontics, General Practice, OMS, Orthodontics, Pediatrics, Periodontics, Prosthodontics) with vendors in categories including Equipment, Supplies, Labs & Scans, Financial Services, Business Solutions, Compliance, Marketing, Office Admin, and Technology. The company also offers a Member Onboarding service to help practices connect with vendors and a satisfaction guarantee program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ELITE Membership Annual subscription membership providing independent dental practices with full access to the ELITE vendor platform, exclusive discounts from 100+ vetted vendors, complimentary Benco Select ($1,299 value), AO Edge Membership ($125 value), and Staples Business Advantage ($299 value), plus a dedicated Member Advocate. Average annual member savings are $25,000+. Covers up to 5 locations and unlimited user accounts. Priced at $1,299/year on an annual billing cycle.
• Enterprise Membership Premium membership tier designed for midmarket group practices with multi-location operations. Includes exclusive discounts on leading dental products, access to trusted manufacturers, simplified purchasing workflows, significant cost savings, and streamlined reporting with data analytics. Enterprise pricing is not publicly disclosed and is negotiated through enterprise field sales.

Quantifiable outcome

• Average annual member savings of $25,000+
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

36 partnerships are on record, tiered core and featured.

• Benco DentalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured vendor partner and primary dental supplier for ELITE members. Provides comprehensive dental supplies, equipment, and technology solutions. ELITE members receive 20%+ savings on consumables with quarterly rebates of $2,000-$3,000. Features easy online ordering and ELITE-specific product filtering.
• American OrthodonticscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured vendor partner providing orthodontic brackets and wires. Members save over $100,000+ with ELITE discounts. Offers Loyalty Dollars program that members can use to pay for CWA and ELITE membership fees.
• 3M Clarity AlignerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured clear aligner partner. Orthodontists like Dr. Baker saved approximately $150,000 with ELITE discount compared to Invisalign pricing while maintaining clinical success.
• Cain Watters & Associates (CWA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFeatured financial planning partner providing tax strategy, wealth management, and profitability consulting for dentists. Many ELITE members are dual clients receiving both CWA financial planning and ELITE vendor savings. CWA refers clients to ELITE membership.
• BioHorizonscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured implant manufacturer partner. Members like Dr. Dreyer saved over $250,000 switching to BioHorizons through ELITE. Company provides high-quality dental implants and bone graft supplies.
• Brasseler USAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured vendor providing dental burs and instruments. Members save 50%+ annually, with some practices saving over $15,000. Known for high-quality products and reliable service.
• Philips Oral HealthcarefeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured vendor partner providing oral healthcare products including Sonicare toothbrushes and related dental care solutions.
• Zest Dental SolutionsfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured vendor partner. Hosts ZestMasters Full-Arch Certification Program with 20% ELITE member discount. Multi-session hands-on education program for full-arch implant workflows.
• NSK America CorpfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured vendor partner providing dental handpieces and equipment. Part of ELITE's curated equipment vendor network.
• ADP (Automatic Data Processing)featuredChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured payroll services vendor partner. Members receive significant fee reductions on payroll processing services through ELITE membership.
• PaychexcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured payroll services partner. Members save 32%+ on payroll processing fees. Includes support for PPP, ERC, and federal form compliance.
• Staples Business AdvantagefeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured office supplies vendor partner. Included in ELITE membership with $299 value. Provides office supplies and business essentials at discounted rates.
• Crest + Oral BcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeatured dental care products partner. Members receive corporate-level pricing with free imprinting on toothbrushes with practice branding. Online ordering with easy website interface.
• CEDR HR SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHR compliance and employee handbook provider. Members save on custom employee handbooks and ongoing HR services. Dr. McGrory saved $1,198 on HR services.
• OrthoFicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCollections and payment platform for orthodontic practices. Saves practices approximately 50% of a financial coordinator's time and $5,000+ annually. Integrates with practice management software.
• Specialty AppliancescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOrthodontic lab services partner. Members save 30%+ on lab services. Provides consistent product quality for orthodontic appliances.
• Dental IntelligencefeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPractice analytics and patient payment platform. Members save on monthly fees with easier reporting for patient demographics, recare needs, and provider production.
• Kulzer RefiningfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrecious metal refining services for dental practices. Simple container-based process. Dr. Fann's practice received $5,886.86 on first return.
• GaidgefeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOrthodontic practice analytics and benchmarking platform. Provides training tools and practice performance insights. Dr. McGrory saved $725 initial savings.
• OrthoBancfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOrthodontic payment processing and billing platform. Saves practices time with automatic payment drafts and practice management software integration. Dr. McGrory saved $3,600+.
• Empower Solutions GroupfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTax and financial services partner specializing in cost segregation, R&D tax credits, and economic development incentives. Supports members with new tax legislation like the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
• HealthFirstfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMedical emergency preparedness provider. Hosts educational webinars for dental teams including 1-CE credit sessions on emergency response protocols.
• CWA Risk SolutionsfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRisk management and insurance solutions partner for dental practices. Part of the CWA ecosystem of financial services.
• DentalHQfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDental practice management software and solutions vendor.
• Cherry Payment PlansfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPatient payment plan solutions for dental practices enabling flexible financing options.
• OverjetfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAI-powered dental imaging and analytics platform. Part of ELITE's technology vendor category.
• PearlfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAI solutions for dental practices. Part of ELITE's technology and innovation vendor category.
• Open DentalfeaturedTechnology or IntegrationDental practice management software. Integration partner enabling streamlined operations for ELITE members.
• Spear EducationfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDental continuing education and professional development provider. Part of ELITE's educational resources for practice growth.
• Solventum (formerly 3M)featuredChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFormerly 3M Health Care. Provider of dental and medical supplies. Hosts Clarity Summit educational event in Breckenridge, CO.
• A-decfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDental equipment manufacturer providing dental chairs, delivery systems, and operatory equipment.
• National Dentex (NDX)featuredChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDental laboratory services partner providing prosthodontics and lab work solutions.
• WeavefeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommunication and patient engagement platform for dental practices.
• HaleonfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorConsumer healthcare products provider including pain relief and oral health products.
• VeltubefeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOral cancer screening device using fluorescence technology.
• DDS LabfeaturedChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDental laboratory services partner.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Vizient: Largest healthcare GPO in the US, aggregating purchasing volume across hospitals and provider networks to negotiate vendor discounts on a membership basis. Closest business-model analogue to ELITE Dental Alliance outside the dental vertical.
• Intalere (now part of Vizient): Healthcare GPO offering membership-based group purchasing and supply chain solutions to community hospitals, clinics, and physician practices. Directly comparable subscription GPO business model to ELITE.
• HealthTrust: Healthcare GPO serving hospitals, surgery centers, and physician practices through committed-volume membership contracts. Comparable to ELITE in leveraging aggregated member demand to negotiate vendor discounts.
• Procurement Partners (Provista/Vizient GPO): Healthcare GPO serving non-acute providers including dental, medical, and specialty practices via aggregated purchasing contracts. Closest GPO analogue in the ambulatory dental space.
• Premier Inc. Healthcare performance improvement and GPO serving hospitals, health systems, and ambulatory providers via membership contracts that aggregate purchasing power. Mirrors ELITE's collective-negotiation, subscription-driven model.

Broad incumbents

• Henry Schein: Largest distributor of dental supplies and equipment with direct practice relationships and proprietary discount programs. Potentially both an ELITE vendor partner and a long-term competitive threat via direct programs.
• Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO): Industry membership association representing DSOs and group dental practices. While its mission is advocacy rather than purchasing, it organizes independent dental practices in a comparable way and competes for the same community's mindshare.
• Patterson Companies: Major dental and animal health supply distributor offering its own procurement programs and pricing tiers to dental practices. Competes with ELITE on the supply-side value proposition and could disintermediate the alliance model.

Others

• American Dental Association (ADA): Largest professional membership association for US dentists, offering member benefits, vendor discounts, and practice resources. Adjacent member-based organization targeting the same dental practice audience as ELITE.
• Dental Trade Alliance: Industry association for dental manufacturers and distributors. Thematically adjacent organization that sits between dental vendors and practices, similar to ELITE's role as an ecosystem connector.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/EliteDentalAlliance

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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